Kalmbach 1310 Trains Turbine Power: A Bold Railroading Technology and Its Fate

by Walter Simpson

Turbine Power from Kalmbach is a look at some of the most interesting locomotives ever built. Authored by Walter Simpson, this informative book covers steam and gas turbine locomotives and trains from 1939 to 2003, how they functioned, and the technology that made them go.

This is the first book that brings together information about turbine locomotives and trains that collects all of the various projects in one place. From first prototypes to the most recent proposals, Turbine Power presents everything with vintage images and references that all railroad fans will enjoy. With plenty of photos, Turbine Power is also a resource of information for model railroaders as well.